This season, Anthropologie has put out the cutest Trench coat, the Two Paths Trench. This is the coat of the moment (there must be a gazillion blog and message board posts about it) and I agree with everyone’s assessments, it is divine! If you’re a reader of my blog, then you know that Anthro has not managed to get their claws into me yet. It’s not that I don’t like their things (I do!), I just never seem to get around to getting anything from there. I have to say, the Two Paths Trench almost changed my Anthro-less existence. I was all set to order when I remembered that I have a trench that is just a little too similar to the Two Paths for me to justify its purchase. Let’s look at some pictures …
In case you haven’t seen it, the Two Paths Trench from Anthro …
Anthropologie Two Paths Trench
The original Burberry that the Two Paths is so very similar to …
Burberry
My coat, the Two Paths killer …
Mr. Sasy strikes again while I was shooting these pictures, hence, the goofy expressions. Kindly ignore please. Also, if you can overlook my bad lighting (I’m experimenting right now and have some way to go), I’d appreciate that too.
My RED Valentino trench is not identical to the Anthro coat, of course. But if something I’m considering reminds me even slightly of something I already have, it’s usually a deal-breaker for me. There are just too many other things to choose that I don’t already have and want. Under the coat, I wear a Moschino Cheap and Chic dress in an abstract print, which is unusual for me since I’m such a lover of floral prints, and Alexander McQueen shoes.
Now, if Anthro decides to do a version of this beauty, I’m on board for sure …
Burberry
credits: anthropologie.com, net-a-porter.com, uk.burberry.com
That’s all for the moment. — Carole
I love the trench and the dress! I don’t think your expressions are goofy at all and the lighting looks good in these shots. You are glowing Carole! Have a great weekend. xo
Comment by FASHION SNAG — February 26, 2010 @ 10:27 am |
your trench looks great on you!
Comment by T — February 26, 2010 @ 1:26 pm |
I love, love trench coats! And every one that you’ve featured here is positively gorgeous and fabulous! Especially that last one. And Anthro? My best friend. Love it.
Thank you so much for stopping by my blog and for your sweet comment. Love yours — can’t wait for more!
xxoo Josie
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Comment by Josie — February 26, 2010 @ 4:46 pm |
How cute is your coat too! I wish i could have one, but for what? Spring and Summer are so hot here in Mexico!
Comment by Audrey — February 27, 2010 @ 12:17 pm |
I love this trench, Carole! You look amazing as always. xo Erin
Comment by Haute Hardware — February 27, 2010 @ 4:57 pm |
It is trench season. love yours!
Comment by Khatu — February 27, 2010 @ 5:22 pm |
Your trench is so much better than the Anthro one! I love it. Very unique and pretty. I love everything you wear.
Comment by Sunny Day — February 28, 2010 @ 7:20 pm |
two paths KILLER indeed! (that kinda sounds like a serial killer movie, doesn’t it?). i like your trench more than the anthro version- the big bow in the middle is a great touch! and i think it is very smart of you to forego an item if you have something even remotely similar. i’m going to try to keep that in mind.
Comment by joelle van dyne — March 1, 2010 @ 9:06 am |
I’m always gravitated toward things that are similar to what I own! I like your trench more – the black belt is such a pretty contrast to the khaki jacket. And that dress is incredible on you!
Comment by Jessica — March 1, 2010 @ 6:00 pm |
Oh that last trench is to die for! Gorgeous! I love yours as well… and the red shoes!
Comment by Elle — March 1, 2010 @ 10:42 pm |
i love the filter you’ve been using on your pix. you’re adorable.
Comment by scriptkitten — March 2, 2010 @ 6:09 pm |
Thank you so much for your compliment. Actually, I don’t have a filter. What happened was that Photobucket was recompressing (downgrading) my images. So I’m using another image hosting service now. I always wondered why my uploaded pictures looked so … weak and grainy and that’s why. Thanks for noticing the difference in my images!! In time, I will move my other pictures over to the new service .
Comment by SASY — March 2, 2010 @ 8:03 pm
No Anthropologie in Manila … Jealous!
Comment by Nina — March 3, 2010 @ 2:55 am |
I don’t think your trench is too similar, but I am the same way when buying everything–I try not to duplicate looks.
Except for shoes; I just keep buying them, similar to ones I already own, or not.
By the way, I NEED those shoes you are wearing!
Comment by Coco — March 5, 2010 @ 2:50 pm |
I really need to buy this one for my gf as a gift.. But it seems sold out anyway.. Suggestions on where I can buy this two part trench..? Thanks.
Comment by Per — July 26, 2010 @ 12:58 pm |